2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |